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Polk County Waste Station is the county's local drop-off spot on US-71 that folks from Hatfield and the surrounding rural areas use to get rid of household loads. Small pickups, trailers, and cars with bagged trash are the common visitors here, not big commercial haulers.
Pull off 5025 US-71 into a gravel drive and slow down for an entrance booth where someone typically takes a quick look at your load before directing where to go. There are large open containers and concrete drop boxes out on a flat pad, so expect to back up or maneuver a trailer to tip into them. Signs and arrows mark the lanes, and traffic can stack up on weekends or during spring cleanouts. The site feels utilitarian - dusty in dry weather, muddy after rain - so plan for that when pulling in.
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Before You Go
- Secure loose items and cover loads if windy; trash and light debris can fly out while waiting in line.
- Bring helpers who can ride in the bed or untie a tarp so unloading goes faster, especially for bulky household items.
- Go early on weekdays if possible; weekend mornings tend to be the busiest and the line can take longer than expected.
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